Nocturnist Oncology Physician — Overnight Cancer Care

UPMC; Bellevue (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 230,000 - 320,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision insurance

Pension

Malpractice Insurance

Generous PTO and CME allowance

Job summary

UPMC Hillman Cancer Center in Pittsburgh is seeking a full-time oncology nocturnist for overnight inpatient coverage at UPMC Shadyside. The role provides high-quality, nocturnal medical care to hospitalized cancer patients and ensures safe handoffs to day teams.

The nocturnist works 12-hour night shifts in a fast-paced tertiary setting, providing supervision to residents/APPs, and participation in quality initiatives within a major cancer center.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree.
• Board certification or eligibility in Internal Medicine or Medical Oncology.
• Valid medical license and ability to obtain privileges at the hospital.
• Experience in inpatient oncology or hospital medicine preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive evaluations and admit patients from the emergency department, clinics, or transfers.
• Provide overnight medical care for hospitalized oncology patients on solid tumor services, BMT, leukemia units.
• Initiate diagnostic workups and treatment plans; coordinate with day teams.
• Deliver thorough handoffs and documentation in the EHR.
• Collaborate with nursing, pharmacy, and ancillary staff; escalate concerns.
• Follow oncology-specific protocols and participate in quality improvement.
• Supervise residents, fellows, or APPs during overnight shifts when applicable.

Education

MD/DO degree

Job description

UPMC Hillman Cancer Center in Pittsburgh is seeking a full-time oncology nocturnist for overnight inpatient coverage at UPMC Shadyside. The role provides high-quality, nocturnal medical care to hospitalized cancer patients and ensures safe handoffs to day teams.

The nocturnist works 12-hour night shifts in a fast-paced tertiary setting, providing supervision to residents/APPs, and participation in quality initiatives within a major cancer center.